Porch extensions in Burgess Hill: design, approvals and build
If you live in Burgess Hill and want more space without moving, a porch extension is one of the most practical ways to get it. We handle the drawings, approvals and the build.
- Guide price in Burgess HillFrom £4,450 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually permitted development under 3 m²
- Build time2–4 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsBN6, RH15
Do I need planning permission in Burgess Hill?
In England a porch is usually permitted development if its ground floor area is no more than 3 m² measured externally, no part is over 3 m high, and no part is within 2 m of a boundary next to a road.
Before any drawing is finalised we check whether the house is listed, in a conservation area or subject to an Article 4 direction.
If the work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 m (sometimes 6 m) of a neighbour's building, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notice must be served before work starts: two months for work to a party wall, one month for new walls on the boundary and for excavations.
Building over or within 3 m of a public sewer needs the water company's consent, usually through a build-over agreement, before the foundations go in.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Working in Burgess Hill
Across BN6, RH15, we can visit, measure and advise. We also work in nearby Haywards Heath (3 miles), Shoreham-by-Sea (11 miles), Crawley (11 miles), Horsham (11 miles).
Portslade, in East Sussex, is roughly 9 miles from Burgess Hill and also on our list. Homes across the South East range from Victorian terraces in the older town centres to large detached houses on the edges, so the right extension type varies street by street.
How much does a porch extension cost in Burgess Hill?
Prices below are for Burgess Hill, using the South East England factor of ×1.12. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Small brick or glazed porch, up to 3 m² | £4,450 – £7,300 |
| Standard | Brick porch with tiled roof and composite door | £6,700 – £10,650 |
| Premium | Larger porch with WC or oak frame and premium glazing | £10,050 – £16,800 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
When a porch extension makes sense
- Front doors that open straight into a living room
- Homes wanting better kerb appeal
- Busy hallways with no storage
Proportion matters on a porch more than on any other extension, because it is at the front. We match the roof pitch and brick and keep the front door in proportion with the house windows.
What happens next
Site visits are free and there is no obligation. Where drawings are needed, the design stage is priced in writing before it starts.
Free site visit
A designer visits, takes measurements and photos, and discusses layouts, budget and timing with you.
Design and approvals
We draw the design, agree it with you and handle planning or permitted development checks and building regulations.
Fixed written price
You receive a written, itemised price and programme. Nothing starts until you are happy with it.
Build and sign-off
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Common questions in Burgess Hill
Do you cover all of Burgess Hill?
Yes. We cover Burgess Hill and the surrounding parts of West Sussex. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Do I need building regulations approval in Burgess Hill?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Who do I contract with for a porch extension in Burgess Hill?
Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which designs and manages the project and the build teams who carry it out.
Do I need planning permission for a porch?
In England a porch is usually permitted development if its ground floor area is no more than 3 m² (measured externally), no part is higher than 3 m, and no part is within 2 m of a boundary next to a highway. Other nations have similar but separate rules.
How much does a porch cost?
Our guide range is about £4,450 to £16,800 including VAT, depending on size, materials and whether it includes a WC.
Book a free site visit in Burgess Hill
We will measure up, check the planning position and give you honest guide figures.
- Free, no-obligation site visit
- Planning route checked before you spend on drawings
- Written price once the design is agreed
- Building control sign-off at the end
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Book a free site visit
Tell us a little about the project and we will arrange a time.